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Arctic Watch Lodge

Cunningham Inlet, Somerset Island, Nunavut X0A 0V0, Canada
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Ottawa, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
7 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 December 2012

Five months after my return from Arctic Watch I'm still enthralled. As a world travelling Canadian I've always felt that I was missing a proper arctic experience. I was hesitant about doing the Arctic by cruise ship - not sufficiently hands-on; or arranging a big hiking experience - too rough at this stage in my life. Arctic Watch was the... More

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Richard W, Owner at Arctic Watch Lodge, responded to this review
17 December 2012

Thank you for the glowing review! More

Ottawa, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 November 2012

Yes, it’s the Arctic and it can be cold. But where else in the high Arctic can you be on the land all day and enjoy such great hospitality, amazing food and comfortable accommodation (including a warm, inviting “great room”, a toilet in your cabin and hot showers)? No backpack, no tent and no camp stove required! Richard Weber, Josee... More

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Richard W, Owner at Arctic Watch Lodge, responded to this review
29 November 2012

Thank you for the wonderful review. We are passionate about the arctic and we work hard to share that passion with our guests! More

Ottawa, Canada
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2012

I thought two weeks at Arctic Watch might be too long. I was wrong. While the focus was the belugas, the Weber family kept us busy with amazing day excursions exploring the magnificent tundra, checking out canyons and waterfalls, and seeing all the fauna described by the other reviewers. The two weeks (the final two weeks of July 2012) flew... More

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Richard W, Owner at Arctic Watch Lodge, responded to this review
29 November 2012

The arctic summer is so short that during a two week visit you can see the change and get a sense of the arctic summer. As well, we get to know our guest better if they stay longer! More

Ottawa, Canada
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 September 2012

You may only spend 1 week at Arctic Watch Lodge, but it will stay with you for a lifetime. you expect to see Beluga whales, muskox and other Arctic wildlife. What will surprise you is the incredible food and the amazing hospitality of the Weber family. Richard, Josee, Tessum and Nansen are the ideal hosts who will share with you... More

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Richard W, Owner at Arctic Watch Lodge, responded to this review
11 September 2012

Thank you for the wonderful review. At Arctic Watch, all our team works hard to make everyone's arctic experience truly special. More

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2012

Arctic Watch is a truly unique experience. The variety of wildlife I saw was amazing. The lodge is only a short walk away from the Cunningham Inlet, where dozens of beluga whales can be seen at a time playing in the shallows. Out on the tundra we saw a variety of birds, herds of muskoxen, arctic hares and foxes The... More

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Ottawa, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

Being at Arctic Watch has given me a new love for the north. I spent a week there shooting photos all over the tundra. The staff took me in as one of their own, and the food was some of the best food I've ever had. Would go back for sure.

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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

I have been thinking about how to get back to Arctic Watch since I got home. This 1 week trip to the North opened my eyes to what amazing travel experiences can be like. When i read about the location, I understood there would be whales but I did not expect Belugas, musk ox, polar bear, arctic foxes, snowy owls... More

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Saint Louis, Missouri
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 September 2010

Most unbelievable experience in the High Arctic you can have. Belugas, musk ox, polar bear, arctic foxes, snowy owls. A knowledgable staff that helps you understand and appreciate all the High Arctic is. The staff is there to ensure personal attention to detail. Incredible food, clean air, pristine environment - just wonderful!

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 September 2010

I stayed at Arctic Watch for 4 days at the end of July 2010 with 10 fellow travelers for the purpose of running the Northwest Passage Marathon hosted by Arctic Watch (Somerset Island, Nunavut, Canada). The marathon itself was uniquely memorable, but no more so than the rest of our adventure! It's difficult to review Arctic Watch as though it... More

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Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 January 2010

Amazing location, amazing scenery, amazing activities, amazing food! Experience of a lifetime... I want to go back! Would highly recommend it!

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Additional Information about Arctic Watch Lodge

Address: Cunningham Inlet, Somerset Island, Nunavut X0A 0V0, Canada
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Region: Canada > Nunavut
Amenities:
Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 9 Speciality lodging in Nunavut
Price Range: $$$$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Arctic Watch is a Nunavut 5-star resort, located 500 miles north of the Arctic Circle. Home to over 2000 beluga whales, Arctic Watch is home to the largest annual migration of beluga whales on earth. Guests can see beluga whales, polar bears, arctic foxes, seals, muskoxen, snowy owls and more. Hike the tundra, explore canyons, sea kayak with beluga whales, raft the Cunningham River, fish for Arctic char, ATV the Northwest Passage or relax at Arctic Watch with a glass of wine; the staff at Arctic Watch are on hand 24/7 to ensure the experience of a lifetime. With over 25 years experience, we strive to create tailored experiences, catering the each visitor's desires and abilities. ... more   less 

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